... their comments. The findings were then assessed using an independent t-test. Results The study found that there was a significant difference in the levels of sensitivity towards the criticisms made dependant upon which group the participant was in. It was found that if the critic was an in-group member the criticism would be viewed far less sensitively than if the same criticism was received from an out-group member. t (48) = 2.1204 p<0.05. Conclusion Criticism is received and interpreted differently by in-group members when stemming from both in-group and out-group critics. Perceptions of criticisms given by in-groups and out-groups Introduction In society it is common for humans to form groups in many contexts. These groups vary in size, type and structure; it's possible and common for an individual to be a member of numerous groups; from groups in the workplace, at home, in schools or as part of similar interest organisations. Social identity theory looks at many ...

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